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He told the club website: “I managed to get a few minutes with Benik on the phone. I’ve played with him twice in different spells at Wolves.

“I know him really well and we’ve kept in touch, and he spoke volumes about the club and what the new manager is trying to do.”

Batth, who has been on loan with Tony Pulis’s Middlesbrough since the start of the season, will train with his new team-mates this morning with a view to making his debut at Hull City on Saturday (3pm).

He added: “The transfer happened really quickly and now I’m just looking forward to finding my feet and training with the boys.

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“I’ve spoken briefly to the manager, but most of the talking between a manager and a player is done on the pitch.

“I’m looking forward; that will be the focus for me. Obviously the manager will give me some guidance on what he expects but I really am truly excited to be here.”

“As a club, with a fantastic fan base, everything is set for us to do well. I’m looking forward to getting started.”

Batth played 21 times for Wolves last season as they won the Championship title and promotion to the Premier League. He has subsequently appeared 13 times for Boro this term after making his first start for the Teesiders in their 0-0 draw at Stoke back in November.